A 12-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life following a large fire at an abandoned building in Crewe. The fire took place on Catherine Street on Friday, with 15 fire engines attending from across the county. Emergency services remained at the scene on Saturday and some residents were unable to return to their homes. They were provided with support from Cheshire East Council, with Crewe Lifestyle Centre being used as a rest centre for those affected.
Supt Claire Jesson thanked residents for their patience while emergency services worked tirelessly at the scene. She added that agencies would continue to work with displaced residents to keep them updated as to when they can return. While Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service tackled the fire, residents in the nearby area were urged to stay indoors with their windows and doors closed.
Tony O’Dwyer from Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service said around 50 properties remained cordoned off on Saturday morning, down from 250 at the height of the fire. Crews were damping down the area, and they were moving into a recovery phase. It’s about moving people back into their houses in a safe environment, [while we] put out those last pockets of fire.
There were no reports of any injuries as a result of the fire. The work to contain the area was ongoing, and there were no reports yet of the extent of the damage to the property. The investigation is ongoing, and residents are urged to stay vigilant as emergency services work to restore the affected area
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